Dhikr Therapy In Reducing Anxiety

Anxiety is an unpleasant condition with a physical sensation that warns that someone is in imminent danger accompanied by feelings of fear, tension, surprise, helplessness, a sense of threat and so on. Anxiety is characterized by physiological arousal and a comprehensive feeling that something bad will happen and is caused by something that is not yet clear. Dhikr is the activity of praising and remembering Allah continuously in the heart (mind) or with speech, as well as with one's own intentions and will. This research aims to examine anxiety in students and how to reduce anxiety through dhikr therapy according to Islamic teachings. The method used in this research uses qualitative methods through a case study approach. This research uses two points of view, namely psychology in general and Islamic psychology. The data collection techniques used are through interviews, observation, evaluation forms and documentation. The results of interviews, observations and therapy are used to explain that dhikr therapy can reduce anxiety in a person. Through dhikr therapy, a calming effect will be obtained for teenagers, a deep surrender to Allah.